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Two Knight Checkmate Multi-Cache

Hidden : 3/28/2023
Difficulty:
3.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   large (large)

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Geocache Description:


Two Knight Checkmate

This is a 3 stage multi-cache. You need only gather information at the first two stages, and the final features a field puzzle / gadgetcache.  All stages are within the Brown's Point trail area.

STAGE 1: At the Posted coordinates you will find a plaque in stone. Question: How many times does the word 'Niagara' appear on this plaque? Answer = A

STAGE 2: At the Stage 2 coordinates you will find a tree (on the river side of the trail) with distinct markings on it.  Question: What is the total number of markings on this tree? Answer = B

FINAL:

1. Take your answers from stage 1 and 2.  Calculate: C = [(A + B) x 37]

2. For final coordinates, take your calculated answer C and divide it by 1000, then add this value to both North and West of the following meaningless coordinates: N43 11.374'  W079 2.842'

You can validate your puzzle solution with certitude.
 
  • Please note, at the final you will need to solve a field puzzle to gain access to the log, and you must sign the logsheet to claim a find. No battery or special tools required, you can leave your TOTT's at home for this one. 
  • You will be looking for a Large geocache, but the logbook will be found inside a Test Tube container.
  • We ask that you kindly reset everything as found once finished.
  • Please note that despite the size rating there is no room for TB's or swag here, sorry!

Good luck!

Congrats to NFJK on FTF!

**This geocache has been approved by The Niagara Parks Commission. Please respect the area and leave behind only your footprints**

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

UVAG Sbe SVANY: 1. Ab Fcrpvny Gbby erdhverq, rirelguvat lbh arrq vf ng TM. 2. ab arrq gb qverpgyl gbhpu be Chyy ba gur grfg ghor pbagnvare vs lbh unccra gb frr vg - qb gur Evtug guvat naq lbh'yy or erjneqrq.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)